Native Americans were the first settlers to live in Dublin, California, according to archaeological evidence. Spanish explorers began exploring and then colonizing the San Francisco Bay Area. Dublin became a hub for local freight, mainly agricultural products and cattle that were going to Oakland, Hayward, and San Francisco. Dublin remained an unincorporated area of Alameda County until 1982. More of Dublin's history can be found at the Dublin Heritage Park & Museum.
Dublin has been at the crossroads of the San Francisco Bay Area well before it became Ireland's capital. Emerald Glen Park is one of Dublin's largest recreation areas, featuring a skate park, two playgrounds, picnic areas, tennis and bounce ball courts, and The Wave Water Park. While there, take some time to stroll through the rose garden. Visitors to Dublin can shop at the Hacienda Crossings Shopping Mall, a large outdoor shopping center featuring an IMAX movie theater, restaurants, and many major retailers.
Dublin St. Patrick's Day Celebration – This fantastic celebration is held at the Dublin Civic Center in Dublin, California, in mid-March.
Pleasanton Harvest Festival – You can shop at over 100 artesian displays of American handmade and embellished art &crafts featuring photography, fine jewelry, and specialty foods. The festival is held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds at the end of October.
Goodguys 35th RaceDeck West Coast Nationals – This weekend event is held at Alameda County Fairgrounds at the end of August. You can expect to catch sight of over 3,000 of America's finest 1997 & older hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and classics.
Pinnacles National Park offers several rock climbing routes that range from easy topropes to multi-pitch climbs along Machete Ridge. The national park has over 60 miles of hiking trails, the longest being Pinnacles Visitor Center to Balconies Cave at 9.4 miles.
Yosemite National Park is known for its amazing waterfalls that cascade down the mountainside. Yosemite Falls begins at an amazing 2,425 feet and is the highest of the countless waterfalls. There are camping, hiking, auto touring, biking, fishing, and stargazing opportunities.
Lassen Volcanic National Park has over 150 miles of trails that take you to alpine lakes, mountain meadows, hydrothermal areas, and volcanic peaks. The hiking season generally occurs between June and October, as this area receives up to 30 feet of snow each winter.
Mount Diablo State Park has an extensive system of hiking, horseback riding, and bicycling trails and over 50 picnic sites with barbecue stoves and picnic tables. Many visitors enjoy climbing the uplifted rock formation that extends along the mountain's southern side.
Lake Del Valle State Recreation Area features boating, swimming, and windsurfing opportunities on its five-mile-long lake surrounded by 4,395 acres of beautiful land. The recreation area is ideal for hiking, horseback riding, nature studying, and the eastern gateway to the Ohlone Wilderness Trail.
Brannan Island State Recreation Area is the gateway to 700 miles of levees, sloughs, rivers, marshes, and river channels. Anglers enjoy catching bluegill, bass, shad, sturgeon, and migrating salmon in the flowing rivers. There is a ten-lane launch for boating. You can cool down at the swim beach on hot summer days.
California landmarks that you will not want to pass by, including John Muir National Historic Site. While there, explore this historical site of the famous, influential naturalist John Muir, and learn about his life as a writer, geologist, explorer, inventor, and more.
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial is a powerful documentary on The Port Chicago Disaster. The memorial dedication honors 320 sailors and civilians instantly killed in July of 1944 when the ship was being loaded with ammunition and bombs exploded.
Rosie, the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park, is an excellent place to explore and honor the American civilians who sacrificed everything for us all during World War II. While there, check out the ranger and docent programs.
RVshare's top picks near Dublin, California, include the Fairpark RV, located in Tri-Valley Wine Country. This secure gated park offers a full hookup option, free Wi-Fi, and a covered picnic area. Onsite is an off-track betting facility where you can watch and wager on live satellite horse racing. Del Valle Regional Park is amidst deep valley framed oak-covered hills, with sailboats and sailboards skimming over its waters and an excellent place to park your RV for the night. The park offers family, group, and equestrian camping, with some sites having water, electric, and sewer hookup access. Orwood Resort is the ideal spot to experience Northern California's best water skiing and wakeboarding venue. Campsites include both hookups and non-hookups for RVs.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Dublin, CA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Dublin?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Dublin from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Dublin?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
